Sanctuary in Submission [Sanctuary, Montana 1] (Siren Publishing Ménage Everlasting)

by Lara Valentine

  Tatum wrinkled her nose. “I hated history. Dry, boring facts crammed down my throat by dry, boring teachers. Here’s our food.”

  The waitress brought their meals, and they ate and chatted about Aubrey’s students and Tatum’s. They both loved teaching and often bounced ideas off each other. By the end of the meal, they’d created a plan to deal with a problem student. They headed out the door, and Tatum grabbed Aubrey’s arm.

  “I thought your secret admirer only left you presents at school?”

  Aubrey’s gaze zeroed in on the rose on her windshield. Her body tensed up but then relaxed.

  “He may have left a gift or two at my house. I bet it’s from Noah and Riley. They’ve been trying really hard lately.”

  She picked up the rose and sniffed its delicate fragrance. “What a pretty color. I’ve never seen a lavender rose before.”

  Tatum pulled out her phone and started punching buttons. “It says here that a lavender rose signifies enchantment and love at first sight.”

  “Love at first sight? That’s hardly the case with me and the boys. Hell, they probably don’t even know roses have meanings. Can you see Noah and Riley at the flower shop asking the clerk what each rose means?”

  Aubrey was laughing at the image. Tatum leaned forward to get a closer look. “It’s a gorgeous rose either way. But you’re probably right. No way those cowboys know what it means. They probably picked one that caught their eye.”

  “I’m just impressed they went to the flower shop. I think my men deserve a reward for this.”

  Tatum laughed as she headed to her own car. “I think that’s my cue to skedaddle. Have fun tonight and call me tomorrow!”

  Aubrey got into her car and set the rose carefully onto the passenger seat with a smile.

  She was definitely going to reward their good behavior, and she knew exactly how.

  * * * *

  Aubrey adjusted the top of her corset as she walked into Consensual with Noah and Riley. The driving beat of the music could be felt under her feet, and she immediately relaxed, her muscles loosening after her long week. She loved her job but she lived for weekends when she could let go of all the weight she carried on her shoulders and let Noah and Riley take command.

  “Good crowd tonight.” Riley looked around.

  Noah laughed. “People in Sanctuary aren’t going to be put off by a little snow.”

  “More than a little,” Aubrey said. “The weatherman said we were going to get eight inches.”

  “You’re going to get more than that, little girl.” Riley leered. She giggled as he waggled his eyebrows.

  “Bragging cowboy,” Aubrey drawled. She walked past them and headed straight for the bar. Riley and Noah were in quite a mood tonight, and she knew something was up. They were usually happy and teasing, but tonight they seemed in an extra-special good mood. Whatever the reason, was it was probably the same reason they’d left her a rose. She’d give them a thank-you at the appropriate moment.

  She was surprised to see Aaron working behind the bar. “You get demoted?”

  The corner of Aaron’s mouth tipped up. “Funny. Tom called in sick. I think he didn’t want to drive in the snow.”

  “Can’t blame him. I’m happy to let Noah and Riley drive in this weather. Their four-wheel-drive truck does much better than my sedan. May I have a Coke?”

  Aaron shook his head. “You know the rules.”

  She groaned in frustration. Aaron loved rules. Tom usually ignored them, which made him easier to get a drink out of. “If I was a single sub, you’d take my order.”

  “But you’re not. You’re an owned submissive, or have you broken up with Riley and Noah again?”

  “No, she hasn’t, Aaron.” Riley reached across the bar and shook Aaron’s hand. “Is our pretty sub giving you any trouble? We’ll be happy to punish her, if you like.”

  Aubrey shot daggers from her eyes at Riley, but he only laughed. “I was trying to order a Coke, but Aaron has those stupid-ass rules about owned submissives not ordering for themselves.”

  Noah stroked his chin. “Stupid-ass, huh? I don’t think Aaron thinks they’re stupid.”

  One look at Aaron’s expression told her he was not a happy Dom. She’d pushed him too far calling his rules stupid. His lips tightened.

  “I have that rule so a submissive can turn over all decision making to her Dom for the evening. A Dom who takes on a permanent submissive should see to her health and well-being. Personally, if you were my submissive, I wouldn’t put up with your smart mouth. Now ask your Dom nicely if you may have a Coke. I have other customers.”

  She swallowed hard. “I’m sorry, Aaron.” She turned to Noah. “May I please have a Coke?”

  Noah shook his head. “No. You may have water. You were impolite to Aaron, and you’ll be disciplined for your bratty behavior. You know better, sub.”

  The evening had started out so promising. She’d planned to be well behaved for them tonight, but her temper always got the best of her.

  She accepted the bottle of water from Aaron, keeping her eyes down. She was shocked when she heard Noah.

  “She was bratty to you, Aaron. Do you want to take a paddle or crop to her?”

  Her gaze flew up to Aaron’s face. His expression was hard, but his eyes were soft.

  “No, thank you. That’s not how I’d punish the brat out of a sub anyway. She’d enjoy it too much, especially this one. You need to be more creative.”

  Noah nodded. “You’re absolutely right. We’ve been too easy on her in the past.”

  “Can’t control your woman, McLean?”

  Eric Baldwin stood there with a smirk on his lips. Noah turned slowly, his eyes narrowing.

  “I can control my woman fine, Baldwin. Where’s your woman tonight? Wait, you don’t have one.”

  Aubrey could feel the anger and hate radiating from the men. Eric and Noah were staring each other down while Riley glowered at Eric’s cousin, Matt. These families hated each other with a passion born over a hundred years ago. Aubrey stepped in between them, barely holding on to her temper.

  “Stop it. Both of you. I’m tired of this shit.” She turned to Eric Baldwin and planted her fists on her hips. She’d known him her entire life, and he didn’t scare her one damn bit.

  “And you? What’s your problem tonight? If Tatum knew you were pulling this, she’d put her foot up your ass. I may do it myself.”

  At the mention of his mercurial sister, Eric blanched. “Shit, I didn’t mean anything, Aubrey. We were just having some fun, that’s all.”

  Riley put his hand on her shoulder. “We can handle this, babe.”

  She rounded on him. “Apparently not. I’m sick and tired of this feud. Tired of it. You made me a promise and you damn well better keep it.”

  “We are going to keep our promise, sweetheart. Calm down. This is between us men.” Noah’s voice was soft and soothing, but she wasn’t mollified. She was fired up and ready to finally stand her ground.

  Aaron’s imposing figure edged between the four men and pushed her closer to Riley and Noah.

  “Trouble? In Consensual, we don’t allow any feuds. If you want to argue or fight, you take it outside. Got it?”

  Four stubborn chins jutted out along with four puffed-up chests. Everyone stood silent for a minute and Aubrey held her breath waiting for the explosion. Eventually, their shoulders hunched and their gaze dropped to the floor. Eric spoke first.

  “Sorry, Aaron. We know better than to start anything in your place. C’mon, Matt, let’s finish our beers.”

  Eric and Matt turned and headed for a pool table and the rest of their friends. Aubrey breathed a sigh of relief. Crisis averted. This time.

  “We’re sorry, too, Aaron. It’s just those damn Baldwins are always getting in our face—”

  Aubrey slapped her forehead with her hand. “Stop it. I know the Baldwins and they’re good people.”

  Her men looked royally pissed off, and she didn’t give a rat’s
ass. Noah motioned toward Eric and Matt. “They started it.”

  “They started it? That’s all you got? Who started it the last time? Or the time before that? Better yet, who cares?”

  “We care,” Riley retorted. “You of all people know what the Baldwins have done to us.”

  She nodded. “They have just as many complaints against you. Are you guilty of them?”

  “Fuck, no.” Noah was scowling, his voice indignant.

  “Then maybe they aren’t either.”

  Both men opened their mouths then closed them, not sure what to say. Aaron chuckled. “Smart little sub. You make a good point.”

  “I thought you were mad at me?” Aubrey pouted a little.

  “No way.” Aaron shook his head. “I could never be mad at you. I was disappointed in you. That’s different.”

  Her bottom lip went out further. “That’s worse.”

  Aaron shrugged. “Stop being a brat. It’s a simple solution.”

  Noah finally broke into a smile. “Simple for you maybe. Not so simple for our fiery little sub. She’s got a temper on her.”

  Riley grinned. “I love a woman with some sass.”

  Aubrey stomped her foot. “Stop talking about me like I’m not standing right here.”

  Noah nodded, all business. “You’re right. You need some attention.” He clicked her wrist cuffs together behind her back. “March your cute little fanny to the dungeon. I haven’t forgotten about your punishment for smarting off to Aaron. Aaron, if you don’t want to do it yourself, you’re welcome to watch.”

  She was sure Aaron would refuse, so she was shocked when he nodded his head. “I’ll come by in a few minutes to see how it’s going.”

  Riley and Noah grabbed their bags and each took an arm and led her down the hallway and into the dungeon. Riley nodded to Noah and headed back toward the bar area. She opened her mouth to ask why, but Noah shook his head, his voice stern.

  “I wouldn’t, sub. You’re in punishment mode. No speaking without permission.”

  She fell silent as he navigated the labyrinth of corridors and ended up in a room with curtains for privacy. It was dominated by a large four-poster bed against one wall covered with a heavy velvet bedspread. Noah led her to the center of the room, unclipped her wrists, and pulled a chain from where it was attached to the wall. Once it swung free, she could see it led straight up to a large beam on the ceiling that would easily hold her weight. Noah lifted her arms over her head and clipped her cuffs to the chain. He stepped back and studied her closely.

  “Aaron’s right. We’ve been too easy on you, frankly, because of our laziness. You said you wanted our commitment to this relationship. You get it tonight. We’re going to punish you for your behavior. It did not reflect well on us, sweetheart.”

  “I’m sorry, Master Noah.” She kept her eyes down on the floor, trying to project as much submission as she could. She was truly sorry for being bratty to Aaron.

  Riley pushed the curtain aside and came into the room with a cloth-covered tray. Her pussy clenched as she imagined what might be under that cloth. He set them on the bedside table and walked up so he was right in front of her.

  “Why are you being punished, sub? Look at us when you answer.”

  She raised her eyes. “I was disrespectful to Aaron and embarrassed my Dominants.”

  “How were you disrespectful to Aaron?”

  “I acted like a brat.”

  The corner of Riley’s mouth tipped up. “You did, indeed.” A rustle caught her attention, and Aaron pushed the privacy curtain aside, his expression stern. Noah slapped him on the back.

  “She’s a very contrite sub, Aaron.” Noah turned to her. “Please apologize to Aaron.”

  “I’m very sorry for my behavior, Sir.”

  Aaron nodded. “Apology accepted. I’m sure you will show more respect for my rules in the future.”

  “I will, Sir.”

  “You seem to have this under control. I’m needed elsewhere in the club.”

  She breathed a sigh of relief as Aaron ducked back out of the room, pulling the curtain closed behind him. Aaron had certainly seen her nude in the club while she’d played with Noah and Riley, but he had never participated. He was too much like a brother to her, and it would have been creepy. Luckily, Aaron seemed to be of the same opinion.

  Riley and Noah quickly stripped her corset, skirt, and thong from her body, leaving her naked to their gaze. Her blood heated as they walked around her, taking in every detail. They liked what they saw.

  Noah ran a callused hand over her rib cage, making her tingle and moan. “We’re going to play with your body for awhile. Get you good and hot. Then we’ll move you to the bed for punishment. When we’re done, I don’t think you’ll want to be bratty for a long time.”

  A wave of anticipation ran through her, and her pussy leaked honey at the visions that filled her head. Each thought was naughtier than the last, making her painfully aroused and light-headed. It was a relief when they moved closer and started running their hands all over her body, paying special attention to her puckered nipples and the sensitive skin on her inner thighs.

  Their mouths and tongues followed, and they covered every inch of her quivering flesh. She was trembling and begging when they gave her a chance to catch her breath.

  “Please, Masters, please. I need to come.”

  Honey was dripping down her thighs, and her nipples were tightened into hard buds.

  Noah shook his head. “Not yet. We will show you mercy, however, and stop torturing you with pleasure.”

  She took a deep breath. “Thank you, Master Noah.”

  “Don’t thank me yet, sub. We’re going to move you to the bed now.”

  As quickly as she was chained to the ceiling, they had her free and facedown on the bed. Her arms were pulled over her head and clipped to a chain attached to the headboard, while Riley pulled her ankles wide, clipping each one to the footboard. She could feel a cool breeze on her cunt and clit, spread wide and vulnerable. Noah tucked a pillow under her hips so her ass was pushed up, inviting their attention.

  He stroked the skin slowly before trailing his fingers down the crack of her ass. “First, a spanking to get you in the mood for your punishment. This is not part of your punishment, as you enjoy spankings far too much for them to ever be a deterrent for bad behavior.”

  Noah’s palm came down on her ass cheek hard a split second before Riley’s came down on the opposite cheek. Then Noah’s again, then Riley’s. It went on like that until her bottom was on fire, her arousal almost painful.

  “Please fuck me, Masters. Please let me come!” Her voice was rough and raw. Riley patted her bottom. “Not yet, sub. I think you’re ready for your punishment.”

  Noah slid off the bed and pulled the cloth off of the tray. What she saw made her pussy and ass clench tightly and almost took her breath away. There was a large hand of ginger, a bowl of water, and a bowl of ice. She’d seen this done before but had never experienced it herself. She knew to have a good healthy fear of this punishment. They were one hundred percent correct. She would think twice about her bratty behavior after this.

  Noah took a knife from the tray and began carving a long finger from the ginger, then peeling it. He took his time, a small smile playing around his lips, letting her watch from her place on the bed. Her nerves were stretched taut when he finally held it up for her inspection.

  “Do you know where this is going to go, sub?”

  She swallowed hard. “In my ass, Master Noah.”

  He nodded. “It is. This is punishment. Once we’re done here, we’ll fuck you and let you come. That will not be punishment. Are we clear?”

  “Yes, Master Noah.”

  “Spread her ass cheeks, Riley.”

  She felt Riley’s hands on her sore bottom and the pressure against her anus as the ginger was slowly worked inside her. When it was in place, Noah sat back with a smile.

  “I’ll wash my hands and we’ll wait.�
� He stood up and headed to the small sink in the corner, washing his hands, then returning to sit next to Riley. He’d pulled two chairs to the bedside and they both sat there watching her closely.

  At first, she didn’t feel anything and let her muscles relax. But soon, the simmering heat in her bottom became a flame and she couldn’t stop herself from pulling at her bonds, moaning, and clenching the ginger firmly embedded in her ass. The clenching only made it worse but she couldn’t stop herself. Her fingers were wrapped around the chain, her knuckles white as she gritted her teeth against what felt like a blowtorch in her private parts.

  Her body responded to their ministrations as it always did, amping up her arousal until she was rubbing herself against the pillow, trying to send herself over.

  The heat ended almost abruptly, her body going limp. Noah stood up and gently removed the ginger from her bottom before reaching for something on the tray. She didn’t have time to protest or beg before an ice cube was pressed into her backside. She almost came off the bed, but the bonds held her firmly. She opened her mouth to scream when a cock was thrust deep in her pussy.

  “Ready to come, sub?”

  Riley.

  He fucked her hard and fast, the feeling of his hot, hard dick in contrast to the ice slowly melting in her ass almost sending her over the edge. She pushed back against him, trying to get as much friction on her swollen clit as possible. He chuckled, his breath warm in her ear.

  “Easy, sweetheart. I’ll give you what you need.”

  His hand slid between her and the pillow, his fingers finding and rubbing her sensitive button. She went off like a rocket, fireworks shimmering behind her eyes and sizzling along her veins. Her pussy tightened on Riley’s cock, and he groaned as he came, jerking inside of her until they were both spent, their breathing labored. Riley pushed and rolled to the side and she winced as they pulled apart.

  “Easy, honey. I have to take care of the condom. Noah’s going to untie you.”

  The weight on the bed shifted as Riley padded to the sink and Noah leaned over her, running soothing hands over her skin and unclipping her wrists and ankles from the four-poster bed. He pulled her into his arms and pressed a kiss to her brow and smoothed her hair back.